Woman critically injured in Lakeside hit-and-run

San Diego 
A 63-year-old woman was critically injured Tuesday night in a hit-and-run crash in Lakeside.

The woman was crossing Old Highway 80 east of Los Coches Road at 5:30 p.m. when she was struck by a vehicle heading east, California Highway Patrol Officer Brian Pennings said. She suffered broken legs and a severe head injury. Pennings said.

Witnesses described the vehicle as a dark-colored Ford Expedition.

Other witnesses who saw the collision left the scene prior to the CHP’s arrival, and Pennings said investigators would like to talk to them. They or others with information are asked to call (619) 401-2000 and ask for accident investigations.

The CHP is confident that the person behind the wheel will be located, Pennings said. He urged the driver to turn himself or herself in.